Africa has long been a fertile ground for football talent, producing some of the most skillful and impactful players on the global stage. From dazzling dribbles to powerful shots, African footballers continue to make their mark in top leagues across Europe and beyond. These players not only represent their countries but also bring a unique flair and energy that elevates the clubs they play for.
In 2024, a new generation of African players is rising, alongside established stars who continue to dominate. These athletes are often the focal point of their teams, excelling in prestigious competitions such as the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A. Whether it’s the speed and creativity of wingers or the strength and leadership of defenders, African players bring a diversity of styles to the pitch.
This introduction highlights some of the most exciting African talents currently making waves in major leagues worldwide. From the seasoned professionals to the emerging stars, their impact on their teams and the broader footballing world cannot be overlooked. Here’s a glimpse of who to watch this weekend.
Here are three African Stars to Watch across this week’s matches in the Premier League, La Liga and Serie A.
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Simon Adingra (Ivory Coast) – Brighton & Hove Albion
Ivorian winger Simon Adingra has established himself as an important attacking force for Brighton & Hove Albion in the past season and a half, and the 22-year-old will be itching to star in a south coast derby against Southampton on Friday night.
Born: 1 January 2002 in Abobo, Ivory Coast
Position: Winger/forward
Jersey number: 11
Senior club career: Nordsjaelland (Denmark, 2021 – 2022); Brighton & Hove Albion (England, 2022 – present); Union Saint-Gilloise (Belgium, 2022 – 2023, loan)
Brighton stats: 51 appearances, 11 goals
Club career stats: 142 appearances, 38 goals
Catch Adingra in the following match:
Friday 29 November, 22:00: Brighton & Hove Albion v Southampton – LIVE on SuperSport Premier League, SuperSport Maximo 1 and SuperSport Maximo 2.
Allan Nyom (Cameroon) – Getafe
Veteran Cameroonian defender Allan Nyom will have the tough task of trying to quell the threat of Real Madrid’s Vinicius Junior when Getafe head to the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium late on Sunday afternoon.
Born: 10 May 1988 in Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
Position: Defender
Jersey number: 12
Senior club career: Arles-Avignon (France, 2008 – 2009); Udinese (Italy, 2009 – 2015); Granada (Spain, 2009 – 2015, loan); Watford (England, 2015 – 2016); West Bromwich Albion (England, 2016 – 2019); Leganes (Spain, 2018 – 2019, loan & 2022 – 2024); Getafe (Spain, 2019 – 2022 & 2024 – present)
Getafe stats: 88 appearances, 2 goals
Club career stats: 561 appearances, 8 goals
Catch Nyom in the following match:
Sunday 1 December, 17:15: Real Madrid v Getafe – LIVE on SuperSport La Liga and SuperSport Maximo 3.
Alieu Fadera (Gambia) – Como
Como and Monza have a heated rivalry – dating back to their clashes in Serie B in the 1960s – and Gambian winger Alieu Fadera will look to endear himself to fans of ‘I Lariani’ with a show-stopping performance against ‘I Biancorossi’ on Saturday afternoon.
Born: 3 November 2001 in Fajara, Gambia
Position: Winger/forward
Jersey number: 16
Senior club career: Real de Banjul (Gambia, 2018 – 2020); FK Pohronie (Slovakia, 2020 – 2021); Zulte Waregem (Belgium, 2021 – 2023); KRC Genk (Belgium, 2023 – 2024); Como (Italy, 2024 – present)
Como stats: 11 appearances, 1 goal
Club career stats: 141 appearances, 19 goals
Catch Fadera in the following match:
Saturday 30 November, 16:00: Como v Monza – LIVE on SuperSport Football
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